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Texas Legislators Introduce Bill to Restrict Purchasing Chinese Airport Equipment Due to Security Concerns

The legislation addresses the purchase of airport equipment, particularly passenger boarding bridges, from countries that are known for IP theft or national security threats.

By Haley Samsel
May 21, 2020

COVID-19 Spread Doesn’t Slow Down Human Smugglers

Human smugglers continue to plague law enforcement and society at large, despite the COVID-19 pandemic and without regards to several Customs and Border Protection policies and travel restrictions aimed at preventing the spread of the disease. Smugglers continue to place migrants in harm’s way.

By Ralph C. Jensen
May 20, 2020

Altronix Expands Trove Access and Power Integration with S2 Security

May 20, 2020

AES, Industry Saddened at Passing of Patrick Moran

Moran, who was president and COO of the company, died on May 14

May 20, 2020

Resideo Announces Appointment of Geldmacher as President

Jay Geldmacher was most recently president and CEO of Electro Rent Corp.

May 20, 2020

Shooter Detection Systems Announces Enhanced Capability that Connects Gunshot Detection Alerts Directly to Central Station Monitoring

May 20, 2020

Pivot3 Launches New Video Surveillance Solutions Platform

May 19, 2020

Telethermography Devices: Current FDA Considerations

Adapting thermography machines to address COVID-19 issues qualifies them as medical devices, which can pose unique challenges for businesses that are unfamiliar with the FDA.

By Susan Kohn Ross
May 19, 2020

How Security Companies Are Developing AI Cameras to Measure Social Distancing and Mask Compliance

A number of companies are either adding new features in response to the COVID-19 threat or developing new systems to identify if individuals are obeying guidelines.

By Haley Samsel
May 19, 2020

Ten Crucial Privacy Statistics That May Surprise You

Not all internet users are careless about their online security. But many are still victims of cybercriminals and stalkers due to mistakes online.

By Waqas Baig
May 18, 2020

Security Essen Trade Fair Canceled Due to Coronavirus Crisis

Organizers cite health and travel concerns for canceling the international show in Germany, which is held every two years.

By Haley Samsel
May 14, 2020

Joint Survey From Security Organizations Reveals Pandemic's Impact

Industry associations keeping members informed about how the coronavirus crisis is affecting security businesses.

By Ralph C. Jensen
May 14, 2020

Perimeter Security in Question At Texas Airport After Man's Death

Man on Austin runway killed as Southwest Airlines plane lands.

By Ralph C. Jensen
May 14, 2020

ABLOY USA Promotes Edgar Marquez

May 13, 2020

Border Patrol Thwarts Human Smuggling Attempt at Checkpoint

The agents searched a trailer on May 9 and discovered 25 individuals attempting to enter the U.S.

By Ralph C. Jensen
May 13, 2020

Little Acts of Kindness

TSA officer spent her stimulus check to support and thank front-line workers.

By Ralph C. Jensen
May 13, 2020

LenelS2 Announces Major Enhancements to VRx Next-Generation Video Management System

VRx leverages deep learning and native NetBox ecosystem integration for a unified security management experience

May 12, 2020

Should My Company Continue Marketing Through the Coronavirus Crisis?

Businesses should switch their efforts towards an inbound marketing/communications strategy and manage relationships with existing customers during the pandemic.

By Julian Arcila
May 12, 2020

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